Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Congo and Rwanda Set October Start for Security Measures
Congo and Rwanda, with the help of the U.S., are working towards peace.
They agreed to start taking action on October 1.
This involves removing the FDLR, an armed group in Congo, and withdrawing Rwandan troops.
The agreement, supported by the U.S., includes plans to stop FDLR and remove Rwandan troops.
But there are disagreements, especially about Rwanda's relationship with M23 and the FDLR's role.
The U.S. hopes for economic investment in the region.
Both countries are also expected to sign an economic integration framework.
Congo and Rwanda agreed to start security measures in October, mediated by the U.S.
Operations to eliminate the FDLR and withdraw Rwandan troops are planned between October 21 and 31.
The initial 90-day deadline for the peace deal started with the first meeting of a new joint security coordination mechanism.
Disagreements exist regarding Rwanda's relationship with M23 and the FDLR's role.
Both countries are expected to sign an economic integration framework.
- Who
- Congo and Rwanda
- What
- Agreed to begin security measures.
- When
- Starting October 1, 2024; Operations between October 21-31.
- Where
- Washington, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda
- Why
- To implement a peace agreement and address security concerns.
Congo's Perspective
Rwanda's Perspective
M23 Support
Congo's Perspective
Congo believes Rwanda supports M23, viewing it as a non-negotiable issue.
Rwanda's Perspective
Rwanda denies backing the M23 group.
FDLR Neutralization
Congo's Perspective
Congo sees the need for coordinated action in neutralizing the FDLR.
Rwanda's Perspective
Rwanda says neutralizing the FDLR is Kinshasa's responsibility.
- Countries Involved
- Congo, Rwanda, United States
- Date of Agreement
- September 17-18, 2024
- Start Date
- October 1, 2024
- Operation Timeline
- October 21-31 to eliminate FDLR and withdraw Rwandan troops
- Mediator
- United States
- Key Groups
- FDLR, M23